Parashat Shoftim

(Judges)

Next Reading

September 07, 2019

Elul 7, 5779

Torah Reading

Deuteronomy 16:18 - 21:9

Haftarah

Isaiah 51:12 - 52:12

In this Torah portion, Moses reviews the justice system for the Israelites. Moses talks about the limits future kings should have on their possessions. Moses explains that the priests and Levites should not be paid and should survive on donations from the people. Finally, Moses explains the laws of warfare.